Research in Germany: Living in Germany

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Preparing Your Research Stay

"Recognition in Germany" is the information portal regarding the German government's Recognition Act. This portal provides up-to-date information on the legal basis and procedure for the recognition of foreign professional qualifications.

Alumniportal Deutschland is a portal for people from abroad who have studied in Germany or have finished an education or further professional training funded by a German organisation. You can join the Alumni Community, find information and news about Germany and search for jobs.

Trying to find out more about the various types of funding offered by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) or other funding organisations? Look here for some useful information.

The website contains two detailed information sheets (in English and German), one on the Entry and Residence Provisions and one on the Employment Provisions relating to Foreign Students, Academics and Researchers. They not only explain the current law but also the related administrative procedures.

The DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) promotes international relations in higher education, especially by exchanging students and researchers. The “Study and Research in Germany” section provides extensive general and detailed information on how to prepare a stay.

“Study in Germany” is an internet portal that is run by Deutsche Welle (Germany’s international broadcasting organisation) and provides students and researchers with information on how best to organise their research stay in Germany.

The Federal Ministry of the Interior's website gives detailed information on the German Immigration Act. It also provides experience reports and answers frequently asked questions (FAQs)

The website introduces the German social security system and provides relevant information on medical insurance, nursing care insurance, unemployment insurance, pension schemes, and accident insurance.

howtogermany.com is a useful online information resource for expatriates in Germany. The site provides information on current developments, upcoming events and business services. 

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation offers “Practical Hints for Your Stay in Germany”.  Even though the site focuses on questions relating to the foundation's research fellows, it also has a lot of other useful nformation to offer on the topic.

Foreigners wishing to stay in Germany for more than 90 days must have a visa. The Federal Foreign Office advises you on which steps you must take before entering Germany.

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